Peter Obi Breaks Silence on ADC Exit

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has explained why he left the African Democratic Congress, saying Nigeria’s worsening situation pushed him to make the move.

Obi announced his exit in a statement on X on Monday. He said he did not leave the party out of anger, personal ambition or convenience. He said he left after thinking deeply about the state of the country and the need to focus on rescuing Nigeria.

“The condition of our nation and the urgent need to rescue Nigeria informed my decision to leave ADC,” he said.

Obi said the ADC had started facing the same kind of internal crisis and court cases that forced him out of the Labour Party. According to him, these battles were making it hard for him to focus on the bigger issues affecting Nigerians.

He said Nigerians are dealing with poverty, hunger, insecurity and economic hardship, and political leaders should spend more time solving these problems instead of fighting endless party battles.

Despite leaving the ADC, Obi thanked the party leadership, especially former Senate President David Mark, for giving him the chance to be part of the party. He also appreciated former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other opposition leaders.

Obi warned that Nigeria’s democracy would become weaker if opposition parties keep falling into crisis. He said democracy should serve the people, not become a tool for frustrating political participation.

He also said Nigeria is going through one of the hardest periods in its history, with many families struggling to feed, work and live safely.

According to him, the country needs leaders who understand the pain of ordinary Nigerians and have the competence to fix the economy, improve security and restore hope.

Obi said his decision is not about one party or one person. He said it is about the future of Nigeria and the survival of the country.

“The task before us is bigger than any individual or political party. It is about the future of our children and the survival of our dear nation,” he said.

His exit from the ADC adds another twist to opposition politics ahead of the 2027 elections, as major political figures continue to search for a stronger platform to challenge the ruling party.